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Trump Threatens Iranian Infrastructure in Response to Strait of Hormuz Attacks

US President Donald Trump warns of targeted strikes on Iranian bridges or power plants for any attacks on shipping in the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

Jul 22, 2026, 7:36 PM CNA Latest News

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Trump Threatens Destruction of Iranian Bridges or Power Plants if Ships Attacked in Strait of Hormuz

Amid escalating tensions, former US President Donald Trump vows retaliatory strikes on Iranian infrastructure following attacks on ships in the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

ABC Australia News | Jul 22, 2026, 5:46 PM

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Kazakhstan’s Astana Faces Record Heat Amid Rising Climate Risks

The Kazakh capital, known as the world’s second-coldest capital, has experienced unprecedented heatwaves this summer, highlighting growing climate threats across Central Asia.

Euronews | Jul 22, 2026, 5:11 PM

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Drone Strikes Hit Wildberries Warehouses in Russia for Second Week, Injuring 15

Fires erupted at Wildberries logistics hubs in Krasnodar and Stavropol following overnight drone attacks, prompting a local state of emergency and suspending operations at both sites.

Euronews | Jul 22, 2026, 4:15 PM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating France becomes the first European country to require age verification for social media users, joining similar moves in the UK and Australia.

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France Bans Social Media Use for Under-15s Starting January 2027

France becomes the first European country to require age verification for social media users, joining similar moves in the UK and Australia.

BBC World | Jul 22, 2026, 6:48 AM

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Tropical Storm Bertha Approaches US Gulf Coast with Flooding and Tornado Risks

Bertha is expected to weaken but may cause storm surges, heavy rain, and isolated tornadoes from Florida to Louisiana, while Hurricane Fausto poses no land threat near Baja California.

Guardian US | Jul 22, 2026, 5:29 AM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating Three separate Israeli attacks in Gaza City resulted in the deaths of at least 12 Palestinians, including a family of six, amid ongoing military operations.

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Israeli Strikes in Gaza Kill 12, Including Family of Six, Medics Say

Three separate Israeli attacks in Gaza City resulted in the deaths of at least 12 Palestinians, including a family of six, amid ongoing military operations.

BBC World | Jul 22, 2026, 1:50 AM

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Seattle Federal Prosecutor Roger Rogoff Sues Trump Over Rapid Dismissal

Roger Rogoff, recently fired as Seattle’s top federal prosecutor after less than an hour on the job, is contesting his removal in court, raising questions about the authority to dismiss court-appointed U.S. attorneys.

The Hill | Jul 22, 2026, 12:02 AM

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Trump Administration Links US Left-Wing Groups to Cuba in New Report

A 100-page State Department report alleges Cuba’s communist government seeks to influence US left-wing and African-American advocacy groups, including Black Lives Matter.

Al Jazeera | Jul 21, 2026, 11:56 PM

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Former Seattle U.S. Attorney Roger Rogoff Sues Trump Over Unlawful Firing

Roger Rogoff challenges his removal by President Trump shortly after his appointment by federal judges, citing violations of federal law and the Constitution.

CBS Politics | Jul 21, 2026, 11:25 PM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating President Donald Trump warns that the United States is far from finished with military actions against Iran, targeting the underground nuclear complex known as Pickaxe Mountain.

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Trump Signals Imminent US Strikes on Iran's Pickaxe Mountain Nuclear Site

President Donald Trump warns the United States is far from finished with Iran, indicating potential strikes on a key underground nuclear facility amid escalating Middle East hostilities.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 21, 2026, 6:53 PM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating The United States continued attacks on Iran for a tenth consecutive night, while Iran retaliated with strikes on US military assets and reported fires on tankers in the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

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US and Iran Exchange Strikes Amid Explosions and Fires in Strait of Hormuz

The United States continued attacks on Iran for a tenth consecutive night, while Iran retaliated with strikes on US military assets and reported fires on tankers in the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

Al Jazeera | Jul 21, 2026, 10:28 AM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating One Nation leader Pauline Hanson addresses questions about her recent Europe trip with billionaire Gina Rinehart, denying taxpayer funding and responding to criticism of her anti-immigration remarks.

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Pauline Hanson Defends Europe Trip, Says No Cost to Taxpayers

One Nation leader Pauline Hanson addresses questions about her recent Europe trip with billionaire Gina Rinehart, denying taxpayer funding and responding to criticism of her anti-immigration remarks.

ABC Australia News | Jul 21, 2026, 9:54 AM

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Yemen's Houthis Announce Immediate Maritime Embargo on Saudi Arabia

The embargo is a response to a longstanding Saudi blockade on Yemeni ports and airports amid escalating conflict.

BBC World | Jul 20, 2026, 9:30 PM

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Spanish Boy, 13, Killed in Fountain Collapse During World Cup Celebrations in Salamanca

A 13-year-old boy died and another child was seriously injured when a fountain partially collapsed during celebrations of Spain’s World Cup victory in Ciudad Rodrigo, Salamanca province.

Al Jazeera | Jul 20, 2026, 11:36 AM

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US Conducts Ninth Consecutive Night of Strikes on Iran Amid Rising Tensions

Following the death of a US soldier in Iraq, the US military launched a ninth night of attacks targeting Iranian military sites, while Iran's IRGC reported missile strikes on US forces in Jordan.

Al Jazeera | Jul 20, 2026, 5:51 AM

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US Administration Labels Foreign Drug Cartels as 'Unlawful Combatants,' Shifting Drug Enforcement Toward Military Action

The designation of drug cartels as non-state armed groups blurs the line between law enforcement and war, with Customs and Border Protection reporting increased drug seizures despite ongoing violence in Brazil's favelas.

Reason | Jul 20, 2026, 12:11 AM

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France and Germany Announce Nuclear Cooperation Deal to Strengthen European Defence

Germany will join a French-led nuclear exercise this year, marking a shift in European defence collaboration amid concerns over US security commitments.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 19, 2026, 12:02 PM

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WA Minister Paul Papalia's Resignation Leaves Key Crime and Justice Policies Uncertain

The Kimberley region faces unresolved questions on youth crime, corrections, and alcohol restrictions following the resignation of long-serving WA minister Paul Papalia.

ABC Australia News | Jul 19, 2026, 3:58 AM

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Ukrainian Drone Attacks on Russia Kill at Least 8 and Wound Dozens

Drone strikes targeted warehouses of Russia’s largest online retailer, Wildberries, causing multiple casualties amid ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict.

Al Jazeera | Jul 18, 2026, 12:33 PM

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Rising University Costs Under Job-ready Graduates Scheme Impact Young Australians' Home Ownership

The federal government faces growing calls to scrap the Job-ready Graduates scheme as expensive degrees hinder young Australians' ability to enter the property market.

ABC Australia News | Jul 18, 2026, 5:49 AM

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Trump Threatens Canada with Higher Tariffs Over Wildfire Smoke Impact

US President Donald Trump has warned of imposing steeper tariffs on Canada amid ongoing wildfires causing widespread smoke across North America.

Al Jazeera | Jul 18, 2026, 12:41 AM

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Europe Aims to Match China’s EV Cost Competitiveness by 2028 Using Chinese Technology

European policymakers plan to leverage Chinese electric vehicle technology and the Industrial Accelerator Act to close the cost gap with Chinese EV makers by 2028 or 2029.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 17, 2026, 10:34 PM

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Germany and France Deepen Security Ties as Dresden Court Prepares NSU Verdict

French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz lead talks to enhance cooperation on security and economic issues, while a Dresden court is set to rule on a case involving support for the far-right NSU terror group.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 17, 2026, 7:53 AM